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KPU 282J

1970 Triumph TR6

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,125 mi
Last recorded1,125 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2022
Typical for 1970 Triumph TR639,909 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPU 282J
MakeTriumph
ModelTR6
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2022 1,125 miles

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive pinion (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 683 miles

Front windscreen slight scratches offside

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

slight oil loss on engine gearbox and rear axle

Pass 5 Nov 2020 271 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 99,750 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 98,875 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2018 98,873 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 98,160 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 96,988 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 96,135 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2015 96,132 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 87,598 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 87,538 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 87,445 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 87,068 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 87,068 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f) DANGEROUS

Corrosive build up noted at vehicle battery.

Noted alternator drive belt loose.

Noted poor engine performance at tickover.

Wear noted to nearside rack end of steering rack.

How Reliable is the Triumph TR6?

Based on 59,030 MOT tests across 5,951 vehicles.

82.4%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
5,951
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,592
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,104
Stop lamp not working 1,042
Horn not working 887
brake binding 777
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KPU 282J is a 1970 Triumph TR6 in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Triumph TR6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.5% with a typical mileage of 39,909 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph TR6 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,592 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPU 282J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph TR6 typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 56 years old, this Triumph TR6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KPU 282J registered?

KPU 282J is a 1970 Triumph TR6, first registered on 25 August 1970.

Is KPU 282J safe to buy?

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